Con Definition & Meaning
con
- adverb
- in opposition to a proposition, opinion, etc.; "much was written pro and con"
- noun
- an argument opposed to a proposal
- a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison
- a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property
- verb
- deprive of by deceit; "He swindled me out of my inheritance"; "She defrauded the customers who trusted her"; "the cashier gypped me when he gave me too little change"
- commit to memory; learn by heart; "Have you memorized your lines for the play yet?"
"Con" in song lyrics
See how con is used in real songs:
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"Sale con!"
113 — Au Summum -
"Called Combaticon causing wreckage pummeling carnage carnivorus to con"
Anti-Pop Consortium f/ Pharoahe Monch — What Am I? -
"My name is Rappin' Ron, I'm one that you can trap and con"
Ant Banks f/ The Dangerous Crew — Clownin' With the Crew
Words that rhyme with con
Usage tips for "con"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "con" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for con to find words that pair well.
Use "con" in a verse
Now that you know what "con" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does con mean?
- in opposition to a proposition, opinion, etc.; "much was written pro and con" an argument opposed to a proposal a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property deprive of by deceit; "He swindled me out of my inheritance"; "She defrauded the customers who trusted her"; "the cashier gypped me when he gave me too little change" commit to memory; learn by heart; "Have you memorized your lines for the play yet?"
- What part of speech is con?
- Con is an adverb, a noun, and a verb.
- How many definitions does con have?
- Con has 6 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adverb, noun, verb).